Fluid And Electrolyte Imbalance Care
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QUESTION
Which IV fluid is hypertonic:
3
%
3\%
3%
saline or
0.9
%
0.9\%
0.9%
saline?
QUESTION
Which IV fluid is isotonic and commonly used for hypovolemia:
0.9
%
0.9\%
0.9%
NS or
0.45
%
0.45\%
0.45%
NS?
QUESTION
Which imbalance is a seizure risk requiring precautions: hyponatremia or hypernatremia?
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ANSWER
Hyponatremia. Low sodium causes cerebral edema, lowering seizure threshold and necessitating protective measures.
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